BDS SUSPENSION
BDS SUSPENSION BDS117FS 6 INCH LIFT KIT CHEVY/GMC 1/2 TON TRUCK/SUV 73-76 4WD LEAF SPRINGS FOX 2.0 PERFORMANCE SHOCKS
- SKU:
- BDS117FS
- UPC:
- 840416409796
- MPN:
- BDS117FS
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout
Description
Update the style of your 1973-1976 Chevy and GMC 1/2 ton truck or SUV with this 6-inch lift kit from BDS Suspension. Designed to improve stance, performance, and capability of the K5 Blazer, K10 and K15, this kit includes everything necessary to set your truck up right with clearance for up to 35 inch tires.
Up front the lift kit includes Glide-Ride leaf springs, 4 inch steering arm for steering correction, brake line brackets and precision tuned NX2 nitrogen charged shocks. In the rear this kit utilizes a high-strength lift block, longer u-bolts and a matching set of NX2 Nitro shocks.
Glide-Ride Leaf Springs
Built to outperform, BDS engineered the Glide-Ride leaf springs into a multi-leaf progressive spring rate design that provides a smooth ride with any load. This is accomplished with an exclusive triple-stage leaf spring design. Upgrading to BDS Glide-Ride leaf springs will provide flexibility throughout the suspension cycle.
- Front Lift Method : Leaf Spring
- Rear Lift Method: Blocks
- Shocks Included : Yes
- Front Lift Height : 6 inch
- Rear Lift Height : 4.5 inch
- The 1/2 ton commonly came with a factory 52 inch eye to eye rear leaf spring. However, some were produced with a 56 inch rear spring. If ordering rear leaf springs, be sure to measure your factory rear spring before ordering.
- If equipped with a factory front sway bar, order the front sway bar shackle link kit listed in the accessories section.
- 001608 come with OE style rubber bushings installed.
- Exhaust modification may be required to clear the front driveshaft.
- Easy, 100 percent Bolt-on installation
- Glideride leaf springs to provide full lift height and increased capacity
- New steering arm maintains proper steering angles for improved handling
- Cast steel blocks and add-a-leaf provide level stance from front to rear
- Standard NX2 Nitro shocks with vehicle-specific valving for better control
- Upgrade to FOX 2.0 Performance Series shocks for maximum performance on and off-road
Leaf Springs
- Eliminates any need for a lift block.
- Reduces axle wrap and creates a more controlled and stable feel.
- Multi-leaf progressive design for a smooth ride.
- Maintains factory payload weight ratings.
- FOX 2.0 Performance Series
- 2-inch Impact extruded aluminum body
- Internal floating piston (Internal Floating Piston) monotube design
- CNC machined 6061-T6 aluminum mounting ends
- Massive 5/8-inch hard chrome plated heat-treated alloy steel shaft
- Race-developed high-flow piston design
- Application-specific valving to maximize performance
- Long-lasting clear anodized finish
Kit Components:
- Includes two BDS001551, 73-91 GM 6 inch Front Leaf Spring, UPC Code 658848611201
- Includes two BDS001609, GM 1/2 ton 6 Inch Rear Spring-52 eye-to-eye, UPC Code 658848611249
- Includes one BDS011002, 69-76 GM Front Box Kit (2.75 dia. front), UPC Code 658848611638
- Includes one BDS011009, 73-91 GM Rear Box Kt (w/BDS 52in spring), UPC Code 658848611669
- Includes one BDS081401, 69-91 GM 4 Steering Arm, UPC Code 658848618064
- Includes one BDS121000, 73-87 GM Transfer Case Lowering Kit, UPC Code 658848618804
- Includes two FOX98224639, Fox 2.0 Shock 30.05 x 18.45 x 2- EB1/EB1
- Includes two FOX98224650, Fox 2.0 Shock 26.85 x 16.75 x 2- EB1/EB1
At the forefront of this lift kit are the revolutionary Glide-Ride leaf springs, crafted with a multi-leaf progressive spring rate design that guarantees a smooth ride regardless of load. This exclusive triple-stage design promotes flexibility throughout the suspension cycle, ensuring an optimal driving experience. The kit also includes a 4-inch steering arm to correct steering angles and improve handling, brake line brackets, and precision-tuned NX2 nitrogen-charged shocks for enhanced control.
The rear setup comprises a robust lift block and longer u-bolts, paired with matching NX2 Nitro shocks to provide a stable and controlled ride. The 6-inch lift in the front and 4.5-inch lift in the rear work in tandem to maintain a level stance.
Installation is straightforward, thanks to the 100 percent bolt-on design. The Glide-Ride leaf springs eliminate the need for additional lift blocks, reducing axle wrap and ensuring a controlled driving demeanor on and off-road. For those seeking the ultimate performance, an upgrade to FOX 2.0 Performance Series shocks is available, featuring durable aluminum construction and application-specific valving for maximum efficiency.
Complete with all necessary components, this lift kit enhances both the style and capability of your truck or SUV, allowing you to tackle any adventure with confidence and ease. Elevate your ride, embrace the outdoors, and turn heads with the BDS Suspensions BDS117FS Lift Kit.